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Lead Marine Gas Turbine Inspector - RATT

Life Cycle Engineering
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
2535 Camino del Rio South (Show on map)
Jun 17, 2026
Lead Marine Gas Turbine Inspector - RATT Position Summary: Life Cycle Engineering has a contingent opening for a Lead Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI), supporting services for the Commander Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT). The Lead Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) serves as Team Lead for one of three Gas Turbine (CG/DDG) visit teams and as the program's senior inspection specialist for LM-2500 gas turbine propulsion systems and associated control and auxiliary systems. This position combines supervisory leadership over a multi-discipline team with the technical depth to identify, analyze, and document gas turbine deficiencies at the inspector level. The Lead MGTI is the team's highest-credibility technical asset aboard the ship and the primary SME for LM-2500 alarm management, EOSS compliance, gas turbine hot section assessment, and control system fault isolation across DDG-51, DDG-1000, CG-47, LCS-2, and LHA/LHD hull types where LM-2500 or MT30 variants are installed. This contract has a contingent start of September 2026. Security Clearance Requirements: U.S. citizenship required Active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance required (Security clearance eligibility may be considered on a case-by-case basis.) Ability to maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Lead a multi-discipline Gas Turbine (CG/DDG) visit team through all phases of RATT visit execution: pre-visit preparation, deckplate training, material condition assessment, Automated Work Request (AWR) generation, and CO Visit Report production. Serve as the senior SME for LM-2500 / MT30 gas turbine inspection, fault isolation, and EOSS compliance assessment. Compile the Pre-Visit Intelligence Package for each assigned hull; identify three to five focus areas for the visit based on CSMP data, prior visit reports, and Fleet Priority Issues. Conduct and supervise deckplate training at the watchstander, Division Officer/CPO, and CHENG levels per PWS Tasks 4.12 through 4.20. Administer and score Level 2 pre/post knowledge assessments for LM-2500 alarm management and EOSS training evolutions; complete Level 3 behavioral observation forms 48-72 hours post-training. Generate maintenance-ready AWRs for all Category I and II material discrepancies not corrected during the visit per PWS Task 4.2; review all SME-generated AWRs before submission. Conduct the mid-visit review at Day 2-3 for all visits of five or more days. Complete all post-trip deliverables within five working days of trip completion: Final Visit Report, Training Summary Report and Roster, CO Visit Report, Prioritized Material Deficiency Report, and CSMP Deficiency Report. Submit team inputs to the PM for the monthly Class Issues Assessment Report and Fleet Priority Issues report. Participate in annual STANCO; lead LM-2500 curriculum review agenda items. Required Education, Skills, and Experience: Minimum fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, MGTI operations Minimum fifteen (15) years of supervisory-level watchstanding experience on warships or military auxiliaries with gas turbine main propulsion as Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW), Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Chief Engineer, or equivalent responsible for overall propulsion plant operations and associated control and auxiliary systems. Extensive Navy technical management experience on multiple ships. Extensive experience as EOOW on multiple gas turbine ships. Minimum two (2) tours as a Navy Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) with Navy surface ship maintenance processes. Extensive experience conducting marine gas turbine inspections on surface warships or military auxiliaries with qualifications and certification as or equivalent to a Navy MGTI. Direct operational and maintenance experience within the last five (5) years with gas turbine main propulsion, gas turbine generators, associated control systems, and associated auxiliaries currently in use by the Navy. Undergraduate or associate's degree, or extensive demonstrated experience in a management role. Preferred Education, Skills and/or Experience: Twenty-five (25) or more years of MGTI-qualified inspection experience. Experience on three or more gas turbine hull types (e.g., DDG-51 Flights I, II, and IIA; CG-47; LCS-2; LHA-6 or LHD-1 hybrid propulsion). Familiarity with Client LM-2500+G4 and MT30 variant differences and applicable technical documentation. Prior RATT, ERAT, or TYCOM-directed fleet engagement experience. Formal instructor or curriculum development background. Physical Demands and Expectations: Ability to work in an industrial shipboard/shipyard environment, climb shipboard ladders and wear all required safety equipment. Able to lift (up to 50lb), carry, and transport heavy equipment and materials required. Able to meet U.S. Navy shiprider requirements Must be willing to travel up to 40% of the year to CONUS/OCONUS locations. Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment. This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources. LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com . Mission Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential. Culture Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success. Benefits Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more... *Benefits may vary by business unit and location. 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